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Afghanistan visa for Indian citizens
Entry requirement
Indian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Afghanistan.
- Where to apply
- 2 missions
- Visa guide
- Afghanistan visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at newdelhi.mfa.af
Which Afghanistan visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- One month
- Fee
- US$80
All visa types for Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s tourist visa costs US$80 at the standard rate published by its authorities. Longest stay on the tourist visa: One month.
Afghan missions in India
- Embassy of Afghanistan in New Delhi
Shanti Path 5/50-F, 110021 New Delhi
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All missions of Afghanistan in India
Afghanistan has 2 missions in India, with its embassy in New Delhi. Consulates: Mumbai.
Afghan citizens travelling to India
AfghanistanIndia e-Visa India visa for citizens of Afghanistan
Travel advice for Afghanistan
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Indian citizens planning a trip to Afghanistan can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Afghanistan at Level 4, do not travel (updated 19 February 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Afghanistan (updated 30 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Afghanistan (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Indian citizens can stay in Afghanistan
How long Indian citizens may stay in Afghanistan is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Indian citizens apply
In India, applications go to the Afghan embassy in New Delhi and the consulate in Mumbai, or to a visa centre acting for Afghanistan; fees, documents and processing times are published by Afghanistan.
Afghanistan’s neighbours for Indian citizens
Turkmenistan, China and Pakistan require Indian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Afghan citizens travelling to India
India requires a visa from Afghan citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Afghanistan?
Indian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Afghanistan.
Where is the Afghan embassy in India?
The Afghan embassy in India is in New Delhi; there is also a consulate in Mumbai.
How much does the Afghanistan tourist visa cost?
Afghanistan’s official sources give a standard fee of US$80 for the tourist visa.
Do Afghan citizens need a visa for India?
India requires a visa from Afghan citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 30 days.
Can Indian citizens enter Afghanistan visa-free?
No; Indian citizens need a visa for Afghanistan obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.